The CLA-2A models what may be the most coveted and popular hardware compressor/limiter ever made. A favorite of studio engineers everywhere, this studio mainstay has graced countless vocal, bass, guitar, and other instrument tracks for over half a century with its alluring, warm sound.
Behind the strikingly simple interface, the original hardware’s optical-based dynamics processing relies on complex circuit interactions. Modeled from studio legend Chris Lord-Alge’s personally favorite hardware unit, CLA-2A perfectly emulates the original’s response and sound.
The legendary electro-optical tube compressor
Modeled from Chris Lord-Alge’s personal vintage hardware
Natural-sounding even with heavy compression
Optimum attack/release times fit vocals like a glove
Tube emulation adds musical, harmonic saturation
Limiter mode increases instrument sustain
Mix control for easy parallel compression
Presets by Chris Lord-Alge for vocals, guitar, bass, drums, more
Trim control for quick level adjustment
Zero latency for both studio and live mixing
Optional subtle analog hiss and hum for total authenticity
Includes sidechain frequency filter